Elise Mertens vs Irina-Camelia Begu Preview & Prediction | 2024 Italian Open | Third Round
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THE FACTS
What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? WTA 1000
When is Elise Mertens vs Irina-Camelia Begu on and what time does it start? Elise Mertens vs Irina-Camelia Begu will take place on Sunday 12th May, 2024 – not before 10:00 (UK)
Where is Elise Mertens vs Irina-Camelia Begu taking place? Elise Mertens vs Irina-Camelia Begu will take place at Foro Italico in Rome, Italy
What surface is Elise Mertens vs Irina-Camelia Begu being played on? Elise Mertens vs Irina-Camelia Begu will take place on an outdoor clay court
Where can I get tickets for Elise Mertens vs Irina-Camelia Begu? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Elise Mertens vs Irina-Camelia Begu
What channel is Elise Mertens vs Irina-Camelia Begu on in the UK? Elise Mertens vs Irina-Camelia Begu will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK
Where can I stream Elise Mertens vs Irina-Camelia Begu in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Elise Mertens vs Irina-Camelia Begu live on Sky Go
THE PREDICTION
World number 30 Elise Mertens grabbed an excellent straight-sets opener over Katerina Siniakova on Friday to snap a two-match losing streak on clay. The 28-year-old was edged out of the Madrid Open in three sets by Sloane Stephens two weeks ago but it has taken players of that quality to oust her since the start of the clay swing, with eventual champion Danielle Collins winning their quarter-final in Charleston and a defeat to Iga Swiatek in Stuttgart.
Former world number 22 Irina-Camelia Begu avoided a tough draw with defending champion Elena Rybakina on Friday, taking control of her rescheduled clash with lucky loser Oceane Dodon before the lucky loser was also forced to withdraw injured. 33-year-old Begu was competitive in defeat to Madison Keys at this stage of Madrid but, whilst she should be fitter two weeks on, it is still early days in her latest return from injury. Mertens leads their head-to-head 3-1 and she can be backed to earn at least a set as the likelier of two capable victors.
TIP: ELISE MERTENS TO WIN A SET
